I Became the Only Savior of the Obsessive Maniacs

‘It feels like I'm taking a job interview at a large company.’

Looking at it this way, I've had a variety of interviews while struggling as a job seeker in my past life.

I can't just step back now.

While going through interviews at various companies, I've realized a few things.

You have to highlight even the smallest of your strengths.

"I'm open to any department. If they give me a position in the ancient sacred language interpretation department that no one else wants, I'll gladly accept it!"

The ancient sacred language is a language that was used a long time ago. Most of the language has been lost, and the remaining fragments are too small to translate, making it a stagnant field of study.

It was a department that no one wanted to join because they couldn't build achievements.

"The ancient sacred language? The positions are already filled."

Oh, I thought it would be a department where it's hard to build achievements, so I thought no one would be there!

I had to find a position that suited his interests.

There are many talented priests around Cassius. I had to think of something that he lacks.

At that moment, Mickael entered my field of vision.

"By any chance, do you need a servant for Mickael?"

"A servant for Mickael?"

"We met last time when he was being attacked by a crow. I will make sure that as the His Holiness' servant, Mickael will be safe from any such incidents in the future."

Cassius chuckled and laughed.

Even for me, it was quite a bold suggestion.

My desire to keep touching Mickael added to it.

But that's how desperate I was.

As he laughed, embarrassment washed over me, and my face turned red.

Hahaha, please don't laugh.

Cassius, who had been laughing heartily, opened his mouth.

"It's a welcome decision for Sonia to join the Holy Palace. As for the position, we can create one."

"Does that mean you haven't made a decision yet?"

"We postponed the decision to hear Sonia's thoughts. If you refuse to join the  Holy Palace, we can create a position for you elsewhere."

So, it was postponed to ask for my opinion.

Oops, I overreacted for no reason. Embarrassing!

Cassius rested his chin on his hand and leisurely observed my face, which had turned bright red.

"To be honest, I want Sonia to work by my side."

Among the trainee priests, my performance was among the top.

But in the  Holy Palace, where natural geniuses abound, they wouldn't want me for my abilities.

Moreover, I didn't possess the healing properties that surpass other healers. Furthermore, I was an unnecessary existence in the Holy Palace.

Yet, he wanted me. He wanted me to be by his side, even revealing his secret.

"Because I am an Omega, that's why you need me, right?"

"I won't deny it."

I smiled.

It's more comfortable to have a definite reason for why he wants me rather than not knowing why.

I thought that if I considered it as a transaction, I could handle it more comfortably.

"When you need to break the curse of abilities, please call me anytime."

Since it was not engraved, I couldn't completely remove the curse, but I could reduce it to the point where it wouldn't go out of control.

I thought he would ask me to alleviate the curse right away, but Cassius brought up a different topic.

"So, what are your thoughts, Sonia?"

"If you call me to the  Holy Palace first, I would be glad."

"You don't have to pretend to like it. Just speak honestly."

"Okay. To be honest."

"Is it because of Mickael?"

He seemed to have noticed that I have a soft spot for flattery.

Well, it's also because of Mickael.

"If I tell the truth... It's because of the authority."

Priests in the Holy palace have such a high position that they can't even treat imperial princes lightly.

Cassius chuckled.

"Good for being honest. Then, I assume Sonia will be working in the Holy palace from now on."

"Yes! Please take care of me. But can I ask you one question?"

"Yes, feel free to ask anything."

"In the future, will I become a confessor who deals with the nobility?"

I didn't have a specific department I wanted, but Isaac mentioned something.

Cassius's smile stiffened slightly.

"Did Isaac say that?"

"I thought it might be a suitable role for me since I've also learned courtly etiquette."

"If Sonia wishes, I can promote you to a confessor. However, I want to advise against meeting with other alphas."

Because it could be dangerous.

Cassius added.

As someone who had learned courtly etiquette, I was perfectly suited for the role of guiding the nobility. However, Cassius didn't want me to take on the role of a confessor.

‘He's worried about me.’

It was because it could lead to trouble if I were to meet with alphas. He was being considerate.

Cassius stared at me intently. It seemed like he was contemplating the possibility of me encountering an alpha while providing counseling to various believers.

Even in my own assessment, it seemed hopeless to meet an alpha in my current state.

After a long moment of thought, Cassius spoke up.

"How about this? Would you like to learn the method of pheromone suppression from me?"

"...The method of pheromone suppression?"

"Yes, it's something that should be shared between us since we've already shared a secret."

I blinked at his words.

Ah, why didn't I think of that!

If I could suppress the pheromones, there would be no distinct scent.

I had forgotten that within the territory of predators, only alphas appeared, so even omegas could perform pheromone suppression.

"That's great!"

If I could master the pheromone suppression technique, I could live pretending to be a beta as long as I didn't release my pheromones.

"I want to learn! Absolutely!"

If I could properly control the pheromones, I wouldn't need to be wary of encountering unpredictable alphas anymore.

I should be able to handle the role of a confessor just fine.

Considering that I had to live as an omega, it would be best to learn the pheromone suppression technique as soon as possible.

Cassius seemed to ponder for a moment before finally speaking up.

"Alright. Once you can perfectly control pheromones, I will entrust you with the role of a confessor."

"Yes."

"First, let me teach you the method of pheromone suppression."

"Right now?"

"It's urgent."

His words made sense. If I unknowingly emitted omega pheromones, I wouldn't know where and which alpha might be attracted to it.

Cassius raised his hand, and I instinctively grabbed hold of it.

Guided by his touch, I sat down on the nearby long sofa.

He sat down next to me and spoke.

"Using pheromones is similar to the manipulation of divine power. It starts with feeling the power within you."

Just like when I first awakened my divine power, sensing the power within me was the first step.

"Let me give it a try."

"It won't be easy at first. Take your time and explore."

"Yes."

Closing my eyes, I focused on my power. I felt a strange sensation at the back of my neck.

Since I could feel divine power near my heart, could it be...?

‘Ah, is this the power?’

I found the power of pheromones faster than I had expected. It was probably because I had been exposed to Cassius's pheromones last time and received stimulation.

I stimulated the pheromones. I felt something spreading from me, emanating outwards.

A strong floral scent filled the air.

It was the scent of tuberose. Tuberose is said to be on the verge of extinction in the continent where I currently live, making it difficult to encounter its fragrance. However, in my past life, the owner of the place where I worked liked it, so I had tried it as a room fragrance.

I also enjoyed the fragrance deeply.

‘What a lovely scent.’

Who would dislike such a fragrance? I became completely engrossed in my own pheromone scent.

"...Stop."

At that moment, a voice that seemed to suppress pain reached my ears, and I blinked open my eyes.

Cassius, who had been right next to me, was now standing at a considerable distance.

Leaning against the wall, he glared at me with a fierce gaze, as if he could tear my throat out.

"Your Highness?"

Did I do something wrong?

Cassius let out a low sigh and spoke.

"...Sonia's pheromones are intense."

His voice was heavily suppressed, and it concerned me, so I looked at him again.

Cassius, too, avoided my gaze, but his ears peeking out were flushed red.

I had tried to suppress the pheromones, but it seemed that I had emitted them instead.

"Are you okay?"

"...Yes."

It was a voice that clearly indicated he was not okay.

I covered the back of my neck with my hand, as if trying to control divine power, but Cassius still struggled.

"How...how do I suppress them?"

"First, withdraw...uh."

I might suffocate if I continued like this!

It is said that an omega's scent, which stabilizes alphas, can become poisonous if it is too overpowering.

Before I had a negative impact on Cassius, I had to somehow calm myself down.

I tried my best, but it felt like the open pheromones were slipping out of my control. Instead of focusing, I felt like my power was becoming even more agitated.

Cassius, struggling, spoke up.

"Think of someone you like..."

"Yes?"

"Thinking of someone you like...might be...helpful."

Someone I like? I couldn't think of anyone right now.

I didn't even have a fiancé, let alone a lover among the noble youths.

For now, I thought of Ellie, my roommate whom I had spent a considerable amount of time with, but it had no effect.

Next, I thought of my beloved parents and Lancelot, one by one.

Oh, it seemed to have a considerable effect as the pheromones that had escaped control began to stabilize.

I couldn't completely suppress them, but it felt like I had reduced them by more than half.

"How are you feeling now?"

"Much better."

"Phew, that's a relief."

I relaxed, feeling the tension dissipate, and slumped onto the sofa. I had thought it was going to be a big problem.

There are even stories of people suffocating and dying due to someone else's pheromones.

I nearly caused a catastrophe by asking for help. I felt embarrassed and ashamed.

"It subsided quickly. Whom did you think of?"

His voice seemed to be on guard, slightly tense.